The Royal Dutch Mint has struck a commemorative coin for Liesbeth List. It is an “ode to a legendary Dutch artist”, who had a career spanning more than 55 years.
4000 of these have been minted, the coin costs 10 euros. On the front is the portrait of Liesbeth List, on the back is the singer in silhouette, with the relief of a gramophone record in the background.
Liesbeth List passed away on March 25, 2020. She would have turned 80 yesterday. Around the great lady To honour, writes the Royal Dutch Mint, this special issue has been made.
The medal is in a coin card with images of LP covers of her most important recordings, which often won prizes (gold and platinum).
Ramses Shaffy
In 1962, she first appeared on television with a talent show appearance. She became famous in the 1960s with the theater program Shaffy Chantant, in which the foundation was laid for a lifelong musical collaboration and friendship with Ramses Shaffy.
Liesbeth List has also performed with artists such as Charles Aznavour and Gilbert Bécaud. She also made a name for herself as an actress, including her role of Edith Piaf in the musical Piaf.
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